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The Board of Directors sets the policy and direction of the corporation and is empowered to elect and appoint officers and agents to act on behalf of the corporation, declare dividends, and act on other major...

Appointed by the Board of Directors, the officers of a corporation are responsible for the management and day-to-day operations of the company. Learn more about the specific duties of each role - CEO, Vice...

A Buy-Sell Agreement provides for the buying and selling of the stock in a corporation (usually a small closely held corporation) of a withdrawing shareholder. This agreement benefits both the corporation and...

Do you need to contact the secretary of state in your particular state about incorporating your business? Here's a handy directory of contact information, including Web addresses, for all U.S. states.

Every state has routine requirements for shareholder meetings. Read about some of the actions that require shareholder approval, as well as key elements of a formal shareholder meeting.

Stock represents an ownership interest in a corporation, typically represented by the issuance of a certificate for shares of stock in exchange for capital from the investors. Read about what differentiates...

Once you decide to hire a business attorney, you have to find one who has the right experience for your business needs. But do you know the right questions to ask?

Become a legal entity by filing articles of incorporation with the secretary of state in your chosen state of incorporation.

Bylaws set forth the rules and procedures that govern the operation of your corporation, its officers, and directors. Learn about the many different categories of Bylaw provisions, along with why...

What is the legal definition of a corporation? Learn how, since a corporation is an entity in its own right, its owners (the shareholders) enjoy limited liability and are legally shielded from the...